Body Shop Foreman - Heavy Truck Collision Repair

Body Shop Foreman – Heavy Truck Collision Repair
Exeter, NH
$35–$38/hr (based on experience)
Mon–Fri | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Lead a Real Shop. Not Just Watch One.

We’re looking for a hands-on Body Shop Foreman who knows heavy truck collision work inside and out—and can keep a busy shop running without things falling through the cracks.

This is a working leadership role. You’ll be on the floor daily, guiding repairs, helping techs solve problems, and making sure every truck leaves right the first time.

If you’ve been the go-to lead tech or shop “fixer” and you’re ready to step fully into a foreman role, this is built for you.

What You’ll Do

• Run day-to-day workflow in a commercial truck body shop
• Oversee collision repair, structural work, frame straightening, and refinishing
• Jump in on complex repairs and help diagnose damage correctly the first time
• Ensure all work meets OEM specs and DOT safety standards
• Work with estimators to identify hidden damage and avoid delays/supplements
• Train and mentor techs and apprentices (build skill, speed, and consistency)
• Keep shop equipment running properly (frame machines, welders, paint booths)
• Track job progress, labor hours, and shop productivity
• Maintain a safety-first environment (OSHA/EPA compliance, PPE, cleanliness)

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in auto body / heavy-duty truck collision repair
• Prior lead tech, senior tech, or foreman experience preferred
• Strong skills in tear-down, reassembly, structural repair, and frame work
• Comfortable reading damage and solving problems without hand-holding
• Knowledge of paint/refinish processes and body repair techniques
• Able to read manuals, diagrams, and OEM repair specs
• Strong communication—can lead techs and work with estimators
• Reliable, steady, and accountable
• Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation
• Able to handle physical shop work (lifting, moving heavy parts/equipment)

Nice to Have

• Technical school or trade certification
• OEM or manufacturer training
• Experience running a body shop or leading a production team

What’s in It for You

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Life & Disability coverage
• AFLAC options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + holidays

Why This Role

This isn’t a “watch over the shop from an office” job. It’s for someone who knows trucks, knows collision work, and can keep a team moving without sacrificing quality.

If you can lead from the floor and take pride in getting heavy-duty equipment back on the road the right way, this is worth a look.